Dahlonega is an unexpected epicurean dream in Georgia’s Blue Ridge mountains. As a business owner, we have felt extremely welcome to the area, Kennedy says. And while hospitality is key, award-winning wines don’t hurt either. Its an amazing place to work … the views and the venue itself are just so spectacular. McKeen is not exaggerating: Montaluces impressive Tuscan-style vineyard sits on 400 stunning acres of land. Our chef is absolutely phenomenal, McKeen says of Clint Johnston, chef de cuisine....

Here’s what to know about Georgia’s Okefenokee Swamp before planning a visit. Its home to several endangered species like the indigo snake and wood stork. It was these Indigenous people who first lived in the swamp before European settlement. Landscape in the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge in Georgia.Credit:Alexander Ließ/Getty Images The logging industry came next, as did an ill-fated attempt to drain the Okefenokee. However, it created some infrastructure for pioneers to live within the remote areas until the 1950s....

American Express Air travel is stressful. Yet for frequent travelers, one silver lining exists thanks to the Centurion Lounge. How to Access Centurion Lounges There are just six credit cards that grant access to Centurion Lounges. Credit:American Express Typical fare ranges from griddled johnnycakes and buttermilk biscuits to braised chicken thighs and steamed squash. TheBuenos AiresCenturion Lounge has got you covered. American Express American Express American Express American Express American Express...

And strung along the coast, you’ll find over 2,000 vineyards and 30 producers in the region. While both white and red wines are produced in Algarve, the region is best known for its reds. Monte da Castalaja, best known for organic wines, harvested its first grapes in 2004. Ignacio Palacios/Getty Images With that new infrastructure came a boom in tourism, and renewed interest in Algarve’s wine scene. Quinta De Matas-Mouros is another storied winery....

States Cities Countries Visitors enjoy cruising Amsterdams scenic canals day or night, visiting art museums and the Anne Frank house, and strolling along cobblestone streets amid bikers pedaling by. Dining is another pleasure in Amsterdam, with Michelin-starred restaurants, supper clubs, and cafes, trying specialties like stroopwafels, Dutch pancakes, oliebollen (donuts), cheese, and local favorite, salted licorice. Parks, green spaces, recreational areas, and waterways are home to a variety of wildlife and nature trails....

Amtrak is rolling out a brand-new way to ride in the Pacific Northwest, and its not by train. It will connect to trains heading both to and from stations south of Seattle. And no need to worry about charging stops, either. Courtesy of Amtrak See more about the new bus and book your ticket for Amtraks Cascades route onamtrakcascades.com. Courtesy of Amtrak

If you select links we provide, we may receive compensation. It takes travelers from Denver to the base of the Winter Park Resort. The train will also operate on two Thursdays: March 14, 2024, and March 21, 2024. Courtesy of Alterra Mountain Company (Travelers should visitamtrak.comfor the most current schedule and updates. There are additional discounts for senior citizens and members of the military.

Take in stunning snow-covered scenery along this train route from Vancouver to Eugene, Oregon. Winter is the perfect time to take this trip and experience the beautiful PNW landscape at its finest. From Canada, the train crosses the border and the nature views ramp up. Credit: Wolfgang Kaehler/Getty Images Take in the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie and Olympic national forests from your window while you make your way to Seattle, then Tacoma....

They saved the beloved train, and it still runs today. In additon to that colorful history, the Texas Eagle also has an interesting relationship with the record books. That Chicago to Los Angeles journey takes a whopping 65 hours and 20 minutes. Passengers inside the Texas Eagle Amtrak train.Credit:Courtesy of Amtrak It’s a more diverse state than I think people understand. Of course, the Lone Star State is only the southern end of the Texas Eagle....

Amtrak Airo trains are debuting in 2026. Now, over half a century after its founding, the U.S. national railroad company is implementing some changes. Amtrak Airo’s passenger cars will have modern, spacious interiors with panoramic windows. The Amtrak Airo speeding ahead.Credit:Courtesy of Amtrak Additional amenities include onboard Wi-Fi, individual outlets and USB ports, and enhanced lighting. Amtrak’s cafe cars will also get a modern upgrade with self-service options. The new trains are also more fuel efficient, producing 90 percent less particulate emissions in diesel operations....

Top-notch eateries, kid-friendly attractions, and live performances are bonus reasons to visit.

Craving the thrill of the high seas? Chart a course to this spectacular archipelago. In no time, our 45-foot catamaran was cruising through eight- to 10-foot swells. When the Atlantic and the Caribbean converge, he said, its like a whirlpool. As St. Lucias mighty Pitons began to disappear into a misty haze, the seas fell calm. We sailed past sprawlingSt. So where are the Cays? asked my wife, Joy. With a keen hold of the helm, his response was simple: Further....

Weindependently evaluateall of our recommendations. If you choose links we provide, we may receive compensation. So, stepping into Oslo’sSommerrowas like being transported back to those glittering decades of bold design and escapism. Aerial view of the TAK rooftop lounge during sunset.Credit:Francisco Nogueira/Courtesy of Sommerro Even our food reflects this, featuring the best Norwegian ingredients and regional flavors," says Julseth. Read my full review on how this Nordic showstopper lives up to all its splendor....